No indication of progress

Showing users how far along they are from reaching a goal is a powerful way to motivate them to continue to engage; in particular, for tasks that require time and effort. Progress in a product can manifest itself in many ways (progress indicators, messages of celebration, summaries of what is left to do, etc.). Progress indicators are crucial for supporting competence by providing users with a sense of achievement and mastery. Without them, users may feel lost or unsure about their effectiveness in using the product; it can prevent them from feeling confident in their ability to complete the work, lose motivation, and abandon a task altogether.